If you’re planning an adult-only Christmas party or New Year’s Eve bash, I’m sure you’ve already started thinking about what cocktails to offer to keep the party going! Naturally, while planning any type of party, you’ll want to maintain the decor and cuisine in line with the season or occasion. When it comes to refreshments, though, a basic punch bowl or beer will suffice. But how about we get a little more creative and festive? If you want a drink that can be easily tailored to meet the party’s theme, martinis are the best option.

With that in mind, I have compiled a list of 15 delicious holiday martini recipes perfect for Christmas and New Year’s Eve celebrations!

15. How To Make A Frangelico Espresso Martini Cocktail

A modern take on a classic espresso martini recipe, it is a luxurious coffee cocktail you can easily make at home. See also Holiday Coffee Drinks.

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14. Brandy Alexander Cocktail

The fact that Brandy Alexander is the well known, ordered and served version of the cocktail throughout the world while rarely someone who is not a mixologist has ever heard of the original gin version speaks for itself. Also, if you’ve ever seen someone asking for a chocolate martini… a Brandy Alexander is probably what they got.

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13. Dirty Vodka Martinis

Traditional dirty vodka martini. Shaken and served up with stuffed green olives. The dirty martini has to be one of the best cocktails ever, and this recipe will help you make the perfect one, every single time.

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12. Sugar Plum Fairy Martini

Add a little sparkle to your holidays with this festive Sugar Plum Fairy Martini! Tart cranberry juice, rich Amaretto and a touch of spice come together to make your new favorite Christmas cocktail. This Nutcracker-themed martini is a sure hit for your next holiday party, or it’s the perfect relaxing sipper for an evening in front of the fireplace.

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11. Sparkling Pomegranate Martini

Add a little glitz to your holiday celebration with this sparkling pomegranate martini! Ginger ale gives this stunning, fancy martini a bubbly finish with a touch of spice for a sophisticated upgrade to a classic pomegranate cocktail. Plus, with just a handful of ingredients, this pomegranate cocktail comes together in minutes, making it perfect for easy entertaining.

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10. Peanut Butter Whiskey & Kahlua Espresso Martini (5 Ingredients)

The classic espresso martini is getting a twist with cold brew coffee, peanut butter whiskey, and some heavy cream foam on top. It’s everything you love about an espresso martini kicked up a notch. This is the perfect sophisticated cocktail to mix up with Skrewball, Skatter Brain, or Bird Dog.

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9. Chocolate Martini

Chocolate liqueur combines with vanilla vodka and half and half for our delicious Chocolate Martini. Impress your guests and serve our dessert martini in a glass with a chocolate syrup and cocoa powder rim!

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8. Chocolate Tiramisu Martini

This Chocolate Tiramisu Martini recipe was 100% inspired by my enjoyment of the chocolate delights we tasted while aboard the Caribbean Princess cruise ship in October. There’s a very well known dessert aboard the Caribbean Princess, Sabatini’s Chocolate Tiramisu that I have heard about in many places, and it absolutely lives up to its reputation…(and I will share a version of it here this month)… but with the fun of the cruise ship and relaxing with friends… I wanted to do something special.

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7. Cheery Peppermint Mocha Martini

This Cheery Peppermint Mocha Martini is simultaneously rich and decadent, and minty fresh. The best way to ring in the Holidays!

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6. White Chocolate Martini

This White Chocolate Martini is creamy, smooth, sweet, and boozy. The absolute best decadent dessert cocktail!

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5. White Chocolate Snowflake Martinis

White Chocolate Snowflake Martinis are a gorgeous accompaniment to any winter night. Great for apres ski, an evening dinner party, or a cozy night in, these cocktails will keep you smiling.

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4. Chocolate Martini

This Chocolate Martini is a creamy decadent cocktail that’s like a sip of chocolate heaven in a glass!

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3. Raspberry Martini

This raspberry martini is a deliciously sweet and strong cocktail that is perfect for the holidays. It is easy to make in a large batch for guests, or just a couple at a time. Made from homemade syrup for the most powerful raspberry flavor that will be a hit with everyone!

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2. Gin Espresso Martini

This strong gin espresso martini is a fantastic holiday dessert cocktail. Gin, kahlua, a shot of espresso and a dash of chocolate syrup for a bold, intense drink that is not overly sweet.

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1. Pumpkin Pie Martini (w/ Rumchata)

This Pumpkin Pie Martini is made with Rumchata and is creamy, not too sweet perfectly strong. It’s perfect to serve to guests at Thanksgiving or any autumn or winter holiday party this year! See more Thanksgiving Cocktails.

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